Finishing stone corridor, kitchen in the apartment

To date, stone decoration is very popular. It is used for both exterior and interior, used in the kitchen, in the corridor and even in the bedroom. Artificial material is created using a unique technology. First, a special concrete solution foams to a certain consistency, and then poured into molds. It is used for finishing the facade of the building, as well as the interior: kitchen, corridor, and in some cases, bedrooms. It all depends on the personal preferences of the owners. Artificial stone has many positive and negative sides.

Advantages of artificial material

Its main advantage is the low thermal conductivity, which arises from air bubbles that are formed as a result of foaming of concrete. Finishing the house with a stone will serve as an additional insulation. If you decorate the whole house, it will be very warm.

The next advantage is also associated with air bubbles. They do not conduct sound waves well, that is, there will be no outside sounds and noises from the street. This advantage is very important, since you do not need to spend additional funds on soundproof materials.

The third advantage is the low weight of the tile. Although one unit and has large overall dimensions, its weight is much lower than that for brick. Therefore shrinkage is reduced to a minimum. Also, thanks to this factor, finishing the house is much easier and faster.

Before going to the negative sides, we should note a few more features. When performing the work, it is not cement that is used, but special glue, which practically does not form cracks and, as a consequence, prevents cold air from entering the house. The tile adapts to all types of construction work. For example, when laying an electric wire in a tile, you can make small channels. But it will not collapse.

Disadvantages of artificial stone

This material is very fragile. The finishing with a natural stone of the house will last for a long time, however, before starting work, it is necessary to observe the rules of its storage.

The next drawback is high water permeability of the material. It arises from the presence of air bubbles, where any moisture easily falls. After this, the material will begin to break down. Therefore, some rules must be followed when storing and transporting.

The third disadvantage is the unsatisfactory appearance after construction. To solve this problem, it is necessary to perform the facing with other material. In addition to giving an aesthetic appearance, it will protect the artificial stone from various effects. The coated stone should be easily cleaned of impurities.

And the last negative of this building material is shrinkage. Before you begin the facade cladding, you need to wait for a while until the tile sits. In some cases, the term can be quite substantial. In the process of shrinkage, it is better to cover the tile with polyethylene, so that moisture does not get on it. All these manipulations complicate the construction process.

Decorating the house with artificial stone

This process is carried out by special construction organizations. However, you can do the work yourself, with certain skills and knowledge. The stone finish (photo above) is performed in several stages. Let's consider each of them in detail.

1. Substrate preparation. To begin with, the surface is leveled by applying plaster. We attach to the level wall heat insulation plates. This is done using dowels or glue. At the top of the heater is applied a quartz primer, which can be a ruberoid. The next stage is the fixing of the building mesh. It provides a strong grip. After carrying out these preparatory works, they begin to finish the artificial stone. It is important to know the technology of styling.

Additional Information. If the surface of the wall is showered, it is better to use a special primer for deep penetration.

2. Facing the cap. External treatment can be carried out using ragged or even plates. Finishing the stone in a second way is much easier, but the torn elements give the house a more refined and more pleasing appearance. The difficulty in stacking such elements is to collect a certain pattern. Lining is carried out in the following sequence:

• A special glue is applied to the wall;
• The plate is applied to the wall and pressed, until the glue comes out from behind the edges;
• Wooden pads are inserted between the tiles;
• Angular elements are laid at right angles;
• After the completion of the cladding we perform an artificial stone sink.

Additional information: The facing of the outside of the house is carried out at a temperature of + 5-25 ºС.

3. Grout joints. For this stage it is necessary to make a cement-sand mixture. Then we put it on the lining using a special tool. After the surface is cleaned and treated with water repellents, which prevent moisture, dirt and sun rays.

Stone in the apartment

To date, stone decoration is carried out in almost all rooms. It all depends on the personal preference of the owners. The most popular is the decoration of the kitchen with a stone and a corridor. As a rule, in the kitchen an artificial stone covers the individual sections of the wall, rarely there is complete styling.

Requirements for the corridor

It is a place that connects the other rooms (kitchen, bedroom, hall, bathroom). Each of them is performed in a certain interior. Therefore, the task of the corridor is to ensure a smooth transition to these premises.

The corridor must meet the following requirements:

• Be wide, so that through it you can carry furniture items, etc .;
• Illuminated (provided by lamps located on the ceiling and walls);
• Functional (if necessary, it can accommodate furniture and other things);
• Do not have sharp corners, about which you can get hurt.

Special requirements are also applied to the finishing of the corridor. It should be hygienic, durable, do not require special care and have a pleasant appearance. An artificial stone corresponds to these requirements.

Types of Corridor Finishes

Stone decoration of this room is carried out in three versions:

1. Full facing of walls and doorways. This method of decoration is used in homes where it is necessary to create an atmosphere of ancient times.
2. Partial cladding of walls and full of doorways. This method is aimed at giving the room a more cozy look.
3. Facing of individual sections of the wall. This method is aimed at creating a pleasant appearance of the kitchen.

Finishing technology

First, you need to level the walls from unevenness with plaster. It is applied with a spatula. On the wall there should be no cracks, pits, bumps, that is, it should be in perfect condition. Decorating the hallway with a decorative stone on an uneven surface will cause a lot of difficulties.

The next stage is the priming of walls. It is used to achieve two goals: to make the wall surface more solid (so that a piece of plaster does not fall from it), and also to ensure adhesion of the glue to the wall. If pieces of plaster fall from the wall, then use a primer of deep impregnation.

Before laying a stone on the wall, it is necessary to put it on the floor to pick up a certain pattern, in which both color and size would be combined.

Finishing the corridor with a stone starts from the corner of the wall from the bottom to the top. To simplify this procedure, it is possible to make a preliminary tile pattern on the surface, which will give a more complete picture. The sketch is done with a simple pencil.

About the glue

To glue an artificial stone on a wall, special glue-sealant is used. Before starting the procedure, the material is cut to the desired size. You can also sharpen the corners. Apply first to the tile, and then to the wall to ensure a secure attachment. On the wall, the glue is applied with a notched trowel. The distance between the tiles laid must be at least 8 mm. Between them are inserted wooden pads. Then they are removed and grouting joints cement-sand mortar. It is applied to the seams with a spatula or a rag. If they are not needed, then the tiles should be laid close to each other. To change the size or shape of the artificial stone, use a hacksaw or pliers. If necessary, sharp corners are ground. After finishing the work, it is necessary to wash the tile from the cement with water.

Cost of decorative stone

The price of this material depends on its overall dimensions, thickness and other characteristics. The average cost is 800-1200 rubles per 1 square meter. It is worth noting that the price of natural stone is much higher.

The cost of material and work for finishing the facade

Finishing them is one of the cheapest works. He creates an imitation brick, the cost of which can differ. Its cost depends on the complexity of the texture. The most delicate decorative brick can be purchased at a price of $ 20 per 1 square meter. The cost of some types of stones reaches $ 30.

The decoration of the facade and the apartment with an ornamental stone can be done both independently and with the help of specialists. In the first case, the owner will require the availability of tools and certain knowledge in the construction sector. Otherwise, you need to trust all professionals. They take a different amount of money for work. The amount depends on the company, the region, the complexity of the work. On average, it is about 700-1000 rubles per square meter.

Conclusion

Decorating a decorative stone is a simple and cheap kind of work. It can be performed both outside the house and inside. This room will have a nice appearance. The outer lining, thanks to the porosity of the stone, protects against the penetration into the house of cold wind and noise emanating from the street. The technology of laying is quite simple, and it can be performed by any person who has some knowledge in this matter. Thus, in the interior design, you can add some zest and make it unique. At the same time, all practical qualities will remain - durability, heat insulation and resistance to various types of damage.